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Mickey Hiter
Mickey Hiter played baseball at Lipscomb University. In addition to being a professional baseball instructor at Hit After Hit Baseball Academy, Mickey's baseball teams won over 500 games in 15 seasons and played in 6 World Series. In 1998 his team won the NABF High School World Series. Mickey is President of SANDLOTT Baseball an organization that develops elite travel leagues with over 200 teams in the U.S. and Canada.
The Athletes Parents Show is a weekly show featuring guests from all areas of youth sports. The show airs at 5:00 AM every Saturday and 9:00 PM every Sunday on WLAC 1510 AM and streams live over the internet at this site. We have broadcast over 250 shows during the past four years and all of our shows are available for you to listen to at your convenience. Please click on the Show Description below to listen. If you have any ideas for a show topic or if you are interested in being a guest on the show please contact us by clicking the contact us tab at the top of the home page. If you have youth sports questions we've got answers, on the Athletes Parents Show.




Past Shows

7/11/2010-Are You a Truly Good Sports Parent?
Mickey Hiter


6/27/2010-Youth Baseball and the Major League
Marquis Grissom - MLB Player and Coach


6/20/2010-The Internet and Youth Sports
Rob Mackey - Web Administrator


6/13/2010-An Honorable Profession
Al Hudson - Sports Writer


6/6/2010-a Story of Persistence and Inspiration
Jim Abbot


5/30/2010-Womans Professional Softball
Ernie Reynolds - GM TN Diamonds


5/23/2010-Sportsmanship
John Frere


5/16/2010-Some Problems in Youth Sports
Gerald Masterson PHD.


5/9/2010-Meaningful Sports Experiences
Robin Calamaio


5/2/2010-Recreational Youth Leagues
Chris Mercado - Recreational Baseball League Administrator


4/25/2010-How to Choose a Youth Sport
Mickey Hiter


4/18/2010-National Association of Youth Sports
John Engh - NAYS


4/11/2010-The Encyclopedia of Sports Parenting
Dan Doyle - Author, Basketball Coach


4/4/2010-Why Youth Sports is Important!
Mickey Hiter and David Brooks


3/28/2010-Coaching Philosophy for New Coaches
Mickey Hiter


3/21/2010-Playing Sports is Stretch
Jonathan Demarie - Vanderbilt Sports Medicine


3/14/2010-We're Missing the Point
Mickey Hiter


3/6/2010-How to Win a Sports Scholarship
Mickey and Penny review the steps in the recruiting process.
Penny Hastings

2/28/2010-The Psychology of Sports
Jonathan Katz returns for a wide ranging discussion of the mental aspects of youth sports.
Jonathan Katz - Sports Psychologist

2/21/2010-Innovative Pitching Training
Ron Wolforth and Mickey discuss the latest innovations in training for baseball pitchers.
Ron Wolforth

2/14/2010-Balancing athletics and academics
Tim Corbin discusses the challenges of balancing athletics and academics as a college athlete.
Tim Corbin - Vanderbilt University Head Baseball Coach

2/7/2010-13 Ways of Being a Better Sports Parent
Mickey shares ideas on being a parent of a youth sports player.
Mickey Hiter

1/30/2010-Catching Tips and Fundamentals
Roy Anderson shares tips and fundamentals for being a better baseball catcher.
Roy Anderson Coach and Author

1/2/2010-Ask the coach
Some surprising information from sports writer Rick Wolf
Rick Wolf - Author

12/26/2009-Speed Training - Matt Poe Sports training Specialist
Matt Poe gives you tips on gaining the edge thru speed and strength training.
Matt Poe - Speed and strength trainer

12/19/2009-Combines, Camps and Showcases
Former University of Tennessee and the coach with the most wins career wins evaluates Combines, camps and showcases
Rod Delmonico - Legendary UT Baseball Coach

12/12/2009-Special Encore Presentation
TBA
TBA

12/5/2009-Persistence is omnipotent
Hear a real story of persistence winning out from Major League pitcher R A Dickey
R A Dickey - Major League Pitcher

11/28/2009-Innovative pitching techniques
Baseball pitching innovator Ron Wolforth gives us great insight into the bio-mechanics of pitching
Ron Wolforth - Pitching Coach

11/21/2009-Baseball Practice tips
University of TN Head Baseball Coach gives us some tips on setting up practice and some practice drills
Todd Raleigh - U of TN Baseball Coach

11/14/2009-College Sports Scholarships and entrance requirements
College Athletic Director Phillip Hutcheson gives us information on winning a college sports scholarship and gaining entrance into college.
Phillip Hutcheson Athletic Director Lipscomb U

11/7/2009-Parenting tips for youth sports parents
Dr Stratton gives us insight on some parenting tips for youth sports parents
Dr. Richard Stratton - author for many youth sports issues

10/31/2009-Preventing Youth Sport Burnout
Some surprising reasons behind a condition know as youth sports burnout and how to prevent it
Mickey Hiter

10/24/2009-A students guide on being a better student athlete
Dr Saferstein gives us insight on being a better student athlete
Dr Dan Saferstein

10/17/2009-Track Mom
Lorraine Williams gives us tips on how to promote a track program for younger kids
Lorraine Williams - Track Mom

10/10/2009-Great sideline suggestions
Tips on being a positive influence from the sidelines
Dr. Darrell Burnett

10/3/2009-Dedicated or Over the Top Parent?
Finding the fine line of being a supportive parent or the parent that takes it too far
Gordon Marino

9/26/2009-Mental training Strategies
Mental training strategies explained by one of the most respected authorities in the field.
Patrick Cohn PHD

9/19/2009-Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Steve Robinson with the FCA talks about building character and people thru youth sports.
Steve Robinson

9/12/2009-Mental training Strategies
Dr Patrick Cohn of Peal Performance Sports gives us great mental training strategies.
Patrick Cohn PHD

9/5/2009-Youth Sports Heroes
The people behind the stories. The unsung heroes who help us all supporting youth sports.
Mickey Hiter

8/29/2009-How do you correct an "I" attitude?
David Jacobson gives us the answer to the question - how do you correct an "I" attitude?
David Jacobson - Positive Coaching Alliance

8/21/2009-How can youth sports benefit your child?
We give many good answers to the question - how can youth sports benefit your child?
Mickey Hiter

8/1/2009-Volunteers the backbone of youth sports
Some of the volunteer youth sports programs that operate with government to make facilities and programs the best that they can be
Tommy Lynch - Metro Nashville Parks and Rec

7/25/2009-Tips to winning a college scholarship
Some traditional and some new ideas on how to win a college scholarship
Rob Mackey

7/11/2009-Doing it exactly right
The difference in success and failure is the difference between doing something exactly right instead of almost right
Mickey Hiter

7/4/2009-Soccer tips
Lipscomb Head Soccer Coach Charles Morrow shares some great soccer tips.
Charles Morrow

6/27/2009-Golf tips
Teaching Professional Golf Pro of the Year Brian Lackey shares some great golf tips
Brian LAckey

6/20/2009-You might need a straight jacket
Sports columnist and author Earl Austin shares some sports stories that ask the question "Do you need a straight jacket"
Earl Austin

6/13/2009-Your kids not going pro
Youth sports activist Bob Cook speaks to the reality of youth sports and it's role
Bob Cook

6/6/2009-Baseball Pitching tips
Trevecca U Head Baseball and pitching coach Jonathan Burton shares some great pitching tips
Jonathan Burton

5/30/2009-Youth Sports Feel Good Stories
We focus on the really good people in today's youth sports and their feel good stories.
Mike O'Halloran

5/23/2009-Parental Code of Ethics
Dr Greg Dale speaks to a parental code of ethics and how to deal with sideline rage
Dr Greg Dale - Duke University Sports Psychology consultant

5/16/2009-America's obsession with youth sports
Author Mark Hyman speaks about America's obsession with youth sports and his book "Until it hurts"
Mark Hyman -author and youth sports activist

5/9/2009-Prevention and care of athletic Injuries
Dr Damon Petty answers questions on how to prevent and care for athletic injuires
Dr Damon Petty Orthopedic Surgeon

5/2/2009-Sideline rage
Jay Goldstein discusses "sideline rage" based on studies he performed on the subject
Jay Goldstein

4/25/2009-Overcoming Adversity and Beating the Odds
Lester McClain the first black football player in the SEC talks about adversity and succeeding against the odds.
Lester McClain - University of TN and Chicago Bears receiver.

4/18/2009-What's a player's coach?
College coach Jeff Forehand answers questions about player motivation and the relationship between player and coach.
Jeff Forehand - Head baseball Coach Lipscomb U.

4/11/2009-What's attitude and character got to do with it?
Major Leaguer Stubby Clapp back from the World Games will answer what else can be gained thru youth sports activities
Stubby Clapp

4/4/2009-Is Sportsmanship part of your game?
Jon Frere lecturer and author answers questions concerning sportsmanship in today's youth sports.
Jon Frere

3/28/2009-Will speed and strength training give you :the edge"?
Matt Poe gives you tips on gaining the edge thru speed and strength training.
Matt Poe

3/21/2009-Tips to improve SPEED
Track coach Kelly Carter gives us tips on how to improve speed
Kelly Carter - TN State Head Track coach

3/14/2009-What do young athletes really need?
Youth counselor will give the parent some insight into best assist their child thru the youth sports journey.
David Denton

3/7/2009-Professional sports opportunities for women
What's out there on the horizon for the gifted female athlete?
Cheri Kempf

2/21/2009-What I've learned on the Athletes Parents Show
We've done 203 APS shows. Here's some of what I've learned.
Mickey Hiter

2/14/2009-What does discipline mean to this generation?
Discipline and work ethic as it pertains to today's youth sports.
Matt Poe - Speed and strength trainer

2/7/2009-The Liberation diet and health misconceptions
A look at health misconceptions and a very good healthy diet for the young athlete
Kevin Brown and Annette Presley

1/31/2009-Old Timers Baseball Association
A look at hot stove leagues and the Nashville Old Timers Baseball Associations 71st annual banquet
Skip Nipper

12/27/2008-How to win a sports scholarship
Author Penny Hastings shares information from her book on "How to Win a Sports Scholarship"
Penny Hastings author

12/20/2008-The Special Olympics
A special look at the Special Olympics an event for challenged Athletes
Joseph Gray and Kelly Carter TSU track coach

12/13/2008-How to win a sports scholarship
Penny Hastings has written a book on how to win a sports scholarship. She will give insight on how to take the best steps in winning a scholarship.
Penny Hastings

11/29/2008-Real Baseball Intelligence
Real Baseball Intelligence looks into why certain players are drafted and how they're evaluated to attain draft status
Ben Hyman

11/22/2008-YMCA programs and sports
The YMCA continues to promote health sports and youth programs
Richard Minchey

11/15/2008-Positive Coaching Alliance
A look at an organization that concentrates their efforts to promote positive coaching
David Jacobson

11/8/2008-Athletes and Authors Summer Academy
A look at a new program that combines academics and sports for the good of the young athlete
Ansel Sanders

11/1/2008-Sports 4 Kids
A new successful program that helps kids learn and play youth sports
Jill Vialet

10/25/2008-The Psychology of Sports
Jonathan Katz gives us an insight into the Psychology of Youth Sports
Jonathan Katz

10/18/2008-Real Baseball Intelligence
Ben Hyman tell us how and why some players make it to the professional baseball level
Ben Hyman

10/11/2008-Track Mom
How and Why to be a track Mom
Dr Lorraine Williams

9/27/2008-13 Ways to Winning Sports Parenting
Dr Alan Goldberg gives us 13 steps to take to be a successful Sports Parent
Mickey Hiter

9/20/2008-Youth Sports in Society
The show answers questions concerning the role of youth sports in society
Dave Czesniuk - Northwestern University

9/6/2008-The Adult role in youth sports
An in depth look at the role parents do play and could play in youth sports
Mark Hyman

8/23/2008-Sport Specialization
A look at specialization in a single sport for high school students
Mickey Hiter - Jon Frere

8/16/2008-Mixed Martial Arts
A look at mixed martial arts and the benefits for young athletes
Ed Clay

8/2/2008-Entitlement and an inside look at the Little League World Series
A look at the from the inside of the Little League World Series and a discussion on today’s generation attitude of entitlement
Orestes Destrade

7/26/2008-Youth Sports marketing
A discussion with marketing expert Steve Shelton concerning fund raising and other way to help your favorite team
Steve Shelton

7/19/2008-The Ministry of Sports
David is the founder of Day Star Ministries and author of the book "Becoming a Dad" Encore Show
David Thomas

7/16/2008-Mixed Martial Arts
A look at Mixed Martial Arts
Ed Clay

6/28/2008-The game within the game
Players and parents need to learn that there's a game within the game. Tune in and learn how to play
Mickey Hiter

5/31/2008-Mental training Strategies
Dr Cohn leads us thru the best way to train mentally for sports
Patrick Cohn PHD

5/10/2008-Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
Practical care from a certified sports trainer for the prevention and care of athletic injuries
Paul Malloy - Vanderbilt Sports Medicine

5/3/2008-A plethora of advice and a paucity of assistance
A plethora of advice and a paucity of assistance. Random information for the Athlete's Parents
Mickey Hiter

4/26/2008-Win or lose a guide to better sports parenting
Dan Safersteins book Win or Lose is a great easy read for tips into better sports parenting
Dan Saferstein - author of Win or Lose

4/12/2008-How to help choose a sport for your young athletes
Guests from Soccer, basketball, softball, baseball and other sports give you information for each sport
Several guests

4/5/2008-Third Anniversary Show - best of the Athletes Parents Show
Third Anniversary Show - the best of The Athletes Parents Show
Mickey Hiter

3/29/2008-The Encyclopedia For Sports Parenting
A brief look at a new encyclopedia for sports parenting
Dan Doyle

3/15/2008-Youth Sports Nutrition
Nutritional guidelines for young athletes
Mickey Hiter

3/8/2008-Baseball drills and tips
The latest in drills and baseball tips from one of the best instructors in baseball today
Bruce Lambin

3/1/2008-Sports and the Game of Life -encore show
Originator of the Athletes Parents Show Rocky Hendrickson rejoins the show in an encore appearance
Rocky Hendrickson - President Hallmark VW

2/23/2008-The Psychology of Sports
Sports Psychologist Jonathan Katz will talk about the importance on the mental part of sports and how psychology can play a positive role in the athletes performance.
Jonathan Katz

2/16/2008-Cheating and Sportsmanship
A discussion on the student athlete's relationship to sportsmanship and cheating
Jon Frere

2/9/2008-Baseball tips from UT Baseball Coach Todd Raleigh
U of Tennessee head baseball coach Todd Raleigh adds great baseball tips for the young athlete
Todd Raleigh - U of TN Baseball Coach

2/2/2008-The adult role in youth sports
An indepth look into the role an adult should play in youth sports
Mark Hyman

1/19/2008-Getting prepared to coach
Details on preparation all youth coaches need to be a competent coach
Chris Mercado

1/12/2008-Old Timers Baseball Association
The Old Timers Baseball Association's Programs
Rip Ryman and Farrell Owens

12/22/2007-Developing Leadership skills and softball tips
A look into leadership skills for the young athlete plus some great softball tips from gold medalist Michelle Smith
Lawrence Hsieh and Michelle Smith

12/15/2007-A Parental Guide to high school sports
Some very helpful tips for parents on how to get the most out of the high school experience
Jerry Reeder

12/8/2007-Global Baseball Alliance
Information about the Global Baseball Alliance an organization dedicated to improving youth baseball
Larry Redwine and Fran Pell

12/1/2007-Harvard Boys - a unique loook at minor league baseball
Two Harvard graduates, father and son both ended up in the minors and have a uniques perspective into the minor league game
Rick Wolff and John Wolff

11/24/2007-Reality Radio - real youth sports stories
Real youth sports stories inspirational, surprising, disappointing and humorius
Mickey Hiter

11/17/2007-Youth Triathlons
Information and tips concerning Youth Triathlons
Steve Charles and Mark Evans - Acme Sports

11/10/2007-Useful informaton and where to find it
Useful information on the best web sites, the best books and other information concerning youth athletics
Mickey Hiter

11/3/2007-Let the Kids Play
Afrank discussion about insuring that kids are allowed to play their sport with minimal parental influences
Bob Bigelow

10/27/2007-I won't cheat
ADon't miss this show -Dale Murphy talks about steroid use and other youth baseball issues
Dale Murphy Atlanta Braves Legend

10/20/2007-Encore Show
Revisit one of our best shows
Mickey Hiter

10/13/2007-The Parent Coach
Frank discussion about parents that coach their children
John Engh

10/6/2007-Did you Know?
A list of things you may not know about youth sports
Chuck Hellman

9/29/2007-Bullies and violence in youth sports
Author Chuck Hellamn discusses bullies and violence in youth sports
Chuck Hellman

9/22/2007-Encore Show
Encore Show
Mickey Hiter

9/15/2007-Conducting an effective practice
Some great tips conducting more efficient and more fun practices
Marty Schupak

9/8/2007-Hit the re-set button
A look at players that quit playing sports many times mid-season
Mickey Hiter

9/1/2007-The self-disciplined athlete
book author Dr Robert Brooks will give his insight into raising your child to have self discipline
Mickey Hiter

8/25/2007-Black Athletes in Baseball
RBI Baseball - a great way to stop the decline in the black athlete playing baseball
Reggie Whittamore

8/18/2007-Youth Sports - Is it really for the kids?
An honest look at what many parents are saying versus what their actions really are
Mickey Hiter

8/4/2007-Good advice for the student athlete
Here's some good advice for the student athlete. While this show speaks directly to the athlete the parent may pick up some good tips to pass along to their young athlete.
Mickey Hiter

7/28/2007-What it takes to be a professional athlete
Several professional athletes give some insight as to what's necessary to play at the pro level with special guest host Matt Poe
Matt Poe - Nick Hiter

7/14/2007-Finding the right age and sport for your child

Mickey Hiter

7/7/2007-No shortcuts no excuses

Mickey Hiter

6/30/2007-Tips on getting your child scouted for college
Some great tips and ideas on how to get your athlete scouted and recruited for college athletics
Al Hudson

6/23/2007-College Wood Bat Leagues
Advantages to playing in college wood bat leagues
Members of the SANDLOTT Wood Bat League

6/16/2007-A Second Opinion on Youth Sports Part II
More tips on sports parenting
Mickey Hiter

6/9/2007-More ways to enjoy your childs sports season
Another opinion on the best way to enjoy your childs youth sports season.
Al Hudson

6/2/2007-Coaching tip for Lacrosse

Terry Nichter

5/26/2007-Are you truly a good sports parent
A realistic, homest look at whether you're truly doing what's best for your child as a sports parent
Mickey Hiter

5/19/2007-Sports management Careers
Opportunities to continue to participate in sports after graduation
Trisha Sextro

5/12/2007-Baseball Around the World
Pete Caliendo from Caliendo Sports International talks with Mickey about youth baseball around the world.
Pete Caliendo

5/5/2007-Sports and the game of life
Harry Rotbart noted Youth Sports Author relates sports lessons to life lessons.
Harley Rotbart

4/28/2007-Power and Weightlifting
Matt Poe certified sports trainer and champion power lifter discusses proper training techniqes
Matt Poe

4/21/2007-What you need to know to be a youth sports coach
Mickey Hiter discusses the training and attitude needed to be a good youth sports coach.
Mickey Hiter

4/14/2007-Raising a Team Player

Harry Sheehy

4/7/2007-Anniversary Show

Anniversary Show

3/31/2007-Michigan State Study of Youth Sports

Dr. Dan Gould

3/24/2007-Top 10 reasons to involve your child in sports

Mickey Hiter

3/17/2007-Sideline Suggestions

Dr. Darrell Burnett

3/10/2007-Gymnastics
Discussion on training and competition in youth gymnastics.
Gaby Geiculescu

3/3/2007-Sportsmanship

Jon Frere

2/24/2007-Principle of Youth Sports Coaching

Mickey Hiter

2/17/2007-Coaching tips for girls fast pitch softball

Cheri Kempf

2/10/2007-Student Athlete Guide to competition and Life

Dan Saperstein

2/3/2007-Sports Field Care

Bill Marbet

1/20/2007-Youth Sports teams travel tips

Susan Nabhan

1/13/2007-Mom's role in youth sports

Brooke de Lench

1/6/2007-Old timers Baseball Association

Skip Nipper and Gerald Montgomery

12/30/2006-Positive Coaching Techniques

Mickey Hiter

12/23/2006-Coaching tips for wrestling

Frank Simpson

12/23/2006-Coaching tips for wrestling

Frank Simpson

12/16/2006-Internet - A wonderful resource for youth sports

Rob Mackey

11/25/2006-Youth Coaching Objectives - Philosophies and Goals

Mickey Hiter

11/18/2006-Youth Coaching Objectives - Philosophies and Goals
Part One of a two part series on Youth Sports caoching objectives
Mickey Hiter

11/11/2006-Community Sports Network

Jeff Chambers and Bruce Strine

10/28/2006-Canadian Youth Baseball

Mel Oswald and Tex Montgomery

10/21/2006-Coaching tips for youth Swimmers

John Morse

10/14/2006-The youth coach- it's more than wins and losses

Mickey Hiter

10/7/2006-The optimum Attitude
Great insight from a major league baseball player that played the game with total effort and maximum hustle. An inspirational tetiment on getting up to play your best game each and every day.
Stubby Clapp

1/1/1900-
Correction on the web site address for Youth Sports Club
Marty Schupak

1/1/1900-Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Steve Robinson with the FCA tells how FCA and sports are building character and better people.
Steve Robinson






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